Departmental Analyst 12 - GIS and Data Analyst

Position is being filled through a limited-term appointment which may last up to two years with an opportunity to be extended but with no guarantee. 

At the Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity, we are passionate about creating a positive, professional, and supportive work environment where we value our differences and are committed to being open and respectful to all our employees and the public we serve. Our department provides the connections, expertise and innovative solutions to drive continued business growth, build vibrant communities, create affordable housing, generate tourism and attract and retain key talent to fill Michigan’s vast pipeline of opportunities. Learn more at www.michigan.gov/LEO. 

The High-Speed Internet GIS and Data Analyst serves as a recognized resource tasked with high-speed internet and digital equity-related mapping coordination, data collection, data analysis and geospatial data collection. The High-Speed Internet GIS and Data Analyst’s work in this regard relates to federal funds allocated to the State for broadband and digital equity work. The primary responsibility of this position is to contribute to the plan, design, implementation, and maintenance of mapping programs and related data and applications as state resources within the Michigan High-Speed Internet Office (MIHI). This position will work closely with contractors, partners, and colleagues to coordinate broadband and digital equity related data collection activities and develop new state broadband and digital equity map layers. This position will provide technical support for the Michigan High-Speed Internet Office, other state agencies, and external stakeholders as needed. This position will work with broadband mapping staff, contractors, and intern(s) to handle maintenance, updates and troubleshooting of broadband maps, dashboards, websites and data collection. This position will be responsible for collecting, analyzing, and interpreting large data sets related to broadband access, affordability, and adoption in the state.

There is a possibility of a remote/hybrid schedule based on performance and operational need. However, all work must be performed in Michigan. If you currently reside outside of Michigan, you must relocate to Michigan to perform the duties of this position.

Position DescriptionEducation
Possession of a bachelor’s degree in any major. A bachelor’s degree in a relevant field including, but not limited to, geographic information systems, geography, urban and regional planning, geology, or a related field with an emphasis on geospatial data and analytics is preferred.

Experience
Three years of professional experience, including one year of experience equivalent to the experienced (P11) level in state service. Preference would be at least three years of experience in geospatial data analysis, data research and analysis, or other relevant work experience.Salary for this position is entirely federally funded.  Under federal law an employee whose salary is entirely federally funded may not be a candidate for public office in a partisan election.

Please attach a cover letter, detailed resume, and your official college transcript(s) to your application. For our purposes, "official college transcripts" must contain the college/university name and address, the degree conferred, date granted, coursework completed (especially if no degree granted), and the Registrar's signature and/or seal. A scanned or electronic copy is acceptable, if it contains the elements listed above. The college/university does not have to send the transcript directly to LEO.  For more information regarding official transcripts, click here (Download PDF reader).

Applicants who possess a degree from a foreign college or university must have their academic credentials evaluated or converted into U.S. educational equivalents unless the degree has been recognized by the Council on Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA). Go to evaluators for a list of accepted organizations that evaluate foreign credentials. Failure to provide this evaluation at the time of application may result in you being screened out of the process.

Information provided in your application, resume, cover letter, transcripts, and any other documentation provided will be used to verify responses to the supplemental questions. Unsupported responses may not be considered further.

All classified employees are subject to Civil Service Rule 2-8 Ethical Standards and Conduct and will be expected to disclose any personal and financial interests that may conflict with official duties as a classified employee.

All newly hired state employees are required to submit and pass a pre-employment drug test prior to their actual appointment. Certain positions within the Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity may also require state criminal, fingerprint-based and driving record background checks. Any position offer will be conditional until results of the background checks and drug test indicate eligibility for employment.

The Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

Applications must be submitted through NEOGOV. If you have questions or need assistance uploading and/or attaching your documents, please contact the NEOGOV applicant support at 855-524-5627.

View the job specification at: http://www.michigan.gov/documents/DepartmentalAnalyst_12505_7.pdf

Salary : $29 - $42